Albinism in humans is controlled by a recessive gene

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Albinism in humans is controlled by a recessive gene (c).Suppose two heterozygous individuals (genotype Cc) marry. Assumethey have six children.

A. What is the probability that at least one child will bealbino?

B. What is the probability that three will be albino andthree will have pigmentation?

C. A challenge: What is the probability that three of thechildren will be boys AND all three boys will be albino? Hintassume gender is independent of whether or not a child turns out tobe albino. Not too tricky if you think carefully!

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